What is literacy?

The ability to communicate and perceive communication often but not limited to the channels of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

What is illiteracy?

Partial illiteracy is being unable to perform in one or more channels of literacy. Therefore, we think that total illiteracy would occur only in extreme circumstances such as that of individuals lacking all brain function.

What are the characteristics of a literate person?

Maneuverability within the channels of literacy.